John A. Rothman
Counsel
New York
jrothman@goulstonstorrs.com+1 212 878 5055John A. Rothman
Counsel, New York
jrothman@goulstonstorrs.com+1 212 878 5055Related Expertise
Commercial property owners, landlords, tenants, developers, and managers turn to John Rothman’s capable guidance when leasing office, retail, restaurant, and industrial properties around the United States.
An experienced real estate lawyer with a diplomatic communication style, John also negotiates ground leases for shopping malls and lifestyle centers, in addition to streetscapes of all scope, scale, and size. Across all of his work, John is known for his ability to resolve complex lease issues and get deals signed.
Clients appreciate John's comprehensive understanding of commercial operations, in particular his sophisticated analysis covering each facet of a deal. John’s significant experience in managing and negotiating guaranties, brokerage, construction, subordination, collateral leasing, nondisturbance, and attornment agreements helps clients to proactively negotiate lease terms. John’s keen eye for detail and formidable legal skillset allows for efficient service that secures desired results.
Related Representative Matters
Publicly traded global product design and technology company in an office lease of approximately 14,296 rentable square feet for their NYC headquarters located at 41 Madison, New York, New York.
William Grant & Sons, a prominent independent, family-owned distiller based in Scotland and renowned for producing Scotch whiskies and other spirits such as Glenfiddich, Balvenie, and Hendrick’s, in a 27,160-square-foot turn-key office lease.
Gotham Sake, LLC (dba Brooklyn Kura) for a lease of approximately 31,000 square feet of space for the production of sake, and an ancillary tasting room and retail space, all to be located at Industry City Brooklyn, 34 34th Street, Brooklyn, New York.
Brazilian asset manager SPX Capital Management LLC in an office lease of approximately 10,790 square feet for their NYC headquarters located at 450 Park Ave, New York, New York.
C3, an entertainment group, in leasing and opening a 40,000 square-foot food hall at Manhattan West, New York, New York.
Morgan Stanley in connection with dozens of retail leases by its affiliate in connection with the Rosedale Center in Rosedale, Minnesota, including without limitation, a regional social club and a co-working tenant.
MUJI, a Japanese retailer, in securing a lease for a new 11,500 square-foot location in The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards in New York City.
Los Tacos No. 1, a taco restaurant, in connection with its financing and development agreements related to their expansion with the Mexican seafood restaurant, Los Mariscos, in New York City.
Thor Equities, in connection with retail leases in New York, Miami, and Houston, including Bottled Blonde, KinderCare, 7-Eleven, Vine Vera, JPMorgan Chase, Starbucks, RA Sushi (Benihana), Roland Mouret, Dakota Restaurant, Firehouse Grill, Bluemercury, Organic Market, Phillip Plein, Morganthal Luxury Optical, Bond 9 and Tasaki, among many others.
Aurora Capital, a real estate investment firm, in connection with the closing on leases to three retailers (Brunello Cuccinelli, Frame and Belstaff) in New York City's famed "Gansevoort Row" in the Meatpacking District.
Noda Sushi, a Michelin star sushi restaurant, in opening its first location in the Flatiron District in New York City.
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Estates Gazette
October 6, 2025
Accolades
- Best Lawyers in America® Ones to Watch (2026): Real Estate
- New York Metro Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2023-2025
- Recipient of The Legal Aid Society Pro Bono Publico Award (2021)
Admissions
- New York
- New Jersey
Education
Georgetown University Law Center ( J.D. , 2013 )
Vassar College ( B.A. , 2010 )